Why are most athletic shoes so UGLY anymore?

markwein said:
I used to wear them in high school but I haven't worn them in a long time. I have really high arches and I've discovered that if I want a good athletic shoe that prevents injury that I need to spend over $100 on something that looks like it would be better worn at a rave :facepalm:
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i have flat feet. most sneakers hurt pretty bad after a while. its one of the reasons i'm so on and off with my exercise routines. i need to just work through the pain for a week, and it'll get better afterwards.
 
markwein said:
I used to wear them in high school but I haven't worn them in a long time. I have really high arches and I've discovered that if I want a good athletic shoe that prevents injury that I need to spend over $100 on something that looks like it would be better worn at a rave :facepalm:
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The price isnt only because they are fashionable. It is almost unfortunate they they ARE in fashion, which is sorta why I made this thread. I am a strong propnent of GOOD footwear, whether it be athletic shoes or a pair of boots. Going cheap isnt good for you. I know I can tell the difference. Blisters on the feet, back pain, sore shins, etc, I have experienced all that and more from substandard footwear.

Plus, it just wears out faster. I know Nike backs up anything they sell for 2 years. That right there is a big factor for me. They really are made well. I had one pair of Nikes start to come apart on me a little bit, I took them back to Foot Locker, a week later I had a brand new pair. Most of the newer stuff, especially from Nike, looks obnoxious but I have no doubt they are well made shoes.
 
I get horrible shin splints and I've been to a couple of running stores until I found the one that actually sold me the right shoe...I'm hoping that my splints have had enough time to heal so that I can get back to running in the next couple of months...
 
Chihlidog said:
The price isnt only because they are fashionable. I am a strong propnent of GOOD footwear, whether it be athletic shoes or a pair of boots. GOing cheap isnt good for you. I know I can tell the difference. Blisters on the feet, back pain, sore shins, etc, I have experienced all that and more from substandard footwear.

Plus, it just wears out faster. I know Nike backs up anything they sell for 2 years. That right there is a big factor for me. They really are made well. I had one pair of Nikes start to come apart on me a little bit, I took them back to Foot Locker, a week later I had a brand new pair.
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I gave up trying to save money on shoes years ago...I have spent lots of money on the WRONG shoes though, too....
 
markwein said:
I get horrible shin splints and I've been to a couple of running stores until I found the one that actually sold me the right shoe...I'm hoping that my splints have had enough time to heal so that I can get back to running in the next couple of months...
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Id advise a New Balance store (SOTRE, mind you, nit just shoe) if youre still looking. They really know their stuff. We got my wife a pair last year, they are the first pair of shoes she has ever had that really FIT her. (Her feet are RIDICULOUSLY wide for a girl.)
 
Alas, my discovery falls on teh deaf ears. Skaters are harder on shoes than ANY other sport.

They really do know something the rest of you don't. :wink:
 
derivicus said:
Alas, my discovery falls on teh deaf ears. Skaters are harder on shoes than ANY other sport.

They really do know something the rest of you don't. :wink:
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It didnt fall on deaf ears. I said I prefer mid top basketball shoes. idn_smilie I'll keep them in mind to try them if I see them though. But I can almost guarantee I wont like the low cut.
 
Chihlidog said:
Id advise a New Balance store (SOTRE, mind you, nit just shoe) if youre still looking. They really know their stuff. We got my wife a pair last year, they are the first pair of shoes she has ever had that really FIT her. (Her feet are RIDICULOUSLY wide for a girl.)
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I don't think we have a New Balance store around here. The Running Lab here in Orange was hugely helpful and they carry a wide array of shoes. I actually ended up with a Mizuno after years of New Balance and one pair of Nikes
 
I used to wear skate shoes exclusively. They last FOREVER, but after a while the flat soles got to me. Now I wear running shoes or boots. . . my preferred gait is a jog anyway, so the running shoes just make sense.

Sorry I'm no help for the basketball-style shoes, Chihli :embarrassed:
 
markwein said:
I don't think we have a New Balance store around here. The Running Lab here in Orange was hugely helpful and they carry a wide array of shoes. I actually ended up with a Mizuno after years of New Balance and one pair of Nikes
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Youve mentioned those shoes before actually. My wife ended up with NB because they made a shoe wide enough to fit her. She had a pair of Nikes and a pair of Ryka and some other stuff, the Rykas were the closest before she got her (hugely expensive) New Balance pair. But she finally has some that really fit so I dont care.
 
Punchy said:
I used to wear skate shoes exclusively. They last FOREVER, but after a while the flat soles got to me. Now I wear running shoes or boots. . . my preferred gait is a jog anyway, so the running shoes just make sense.

Sorry I'm no help for the basketball-style shoes, Chihli :embarrassed:
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I dont know if there is help to be had. If theyre all that comfortable, then hideous or not I am gonna end up wearing them lol. Funny thing is, I just got a reebok jacket so I am actually looking more at a pair of Reeboks so I dont look so ridiculous. Nike shoes with this is at least a midemeanor, I am pretty sure. :embarrassed: I have to chuckle that I find myself caring even a tiny bit. And do a :facepalm:
 
Shoes are important stuff man! Comfort, function, and appearance! Don't let anyone tell you otherwise!
 
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